English Language — Reading Comprehension Questions & Answers

Q.21 Medium Reading Comprehension

Correct the sentence: 'The reason why the project failed is because of poor planning and inadequate resources.'

A The reason the project failed is poor planning and inadequate resources

B The reason why the project failed is due to poor planning and inadequate resources

C The project failed because of poor planning and inadequate resources

D Both A and C

Correct Answer: D. Both A and C

EXPLANATION

Using 'reason why' + 'because' is redundant. Either say 'The reason the project failed is...' or 'The project failed because...'

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Q.22 Medium Reading Comprehension

Cloze Test: 'Artificial intelligence in healthcare has _____ new possibilities for diagnosis and treatment, though ethical concerns remain paramount.'

A eliminated

B unlocked

C questioned

D complicated

Correct Answer: B. unlocked

EXPLANATION

'Unlocked' means to reveal or make available. It fits the context of AI opening new possibilities in healthcare.

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Q.23 Medium Reading Comprehension

Identify the error: 'Each of the students have submitted their assignments on time.'

A 'have' should be 'has'

B 'their' should be 'his or her'

C Both A and B

D No error

Correct Answer: A. 'have' should be 'has'

EXPLANATION

'Each' is singular, so the verb should be 'has', not 'have'. While 'their' usage is increasingly accepted, the primary error is the verb agreement.

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Q.24 Medium Reading Comprehension

Read the passage: 'Cybersecurity has emerged as a critical concern for organizations worldwide. Data breaches have increased by 35% in 2024 according to recent reports. Companies must invest in robust security infrastructure and employee training to protect sensitive information.' Which statement is NOT supported by the passage?

A Data breaches have increased significantly

B Cybersecurity is important for organizations

C Employee training alone can prevent all breaches

D Companies need robust security infrastructure

Correct Answer: C. Employee training alone can prevent all breaches

EXPLANATION

The passage suggests both infrastructure AND training are needed, not that training alone is sufficient. Option C overstates the claim.

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Q.25 Medium Reading Comprehension

Arrange in correct logical order: A) The pandemic accelerated digital transformation globally. B) Many companies were forced to adopt remote work solutions. C) This shift revealed both opportunities and challenges. D) By 2024, hybrid work models became the new standard.

A A-B-C-D

B B-A-D-C

C A-B-D-C

D C-A-B-D

Correct Answer: A. A-B-C-D

EXPLANATION

The logical sequence is: pandemic caused acceleration (A), companies adopted solutions (B), this revealed challenges (C), resulting in new standards (D).

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Q.26 Easy Reading Comprehension

What does 'pragmatic' mean in: 'The government adopted a pragmatic approach to economic policy.'

A Theoretical and idealistic

B Practical and results-oriented

C Aggressive and confrontational

D Cautious and defensive

Correct Answer: B. Practical and results-oriented

EXPLANATION

Pragmatic refers to a practical, realistic approach based on actual circumstances rather than theory.

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Q.27 Easy Reading Comprehension

Cloze Test: 'Renewable energy sources have become increasingly _____ as countries strive to reduce carbon emissions.'

A prevalent

B obsolete

C theoretical

D restrictive

Correct Answer: A. prevalent

EXPLANATION

'Prevalent' means widespread and common. It fits the context that renewable energy is becoming more widespread as countries focus on emissions reduction.

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Q.28 Easy Reading Comprehension

Correct the sentence: 'The marketing department has been working hardly to meet the deadline.'

A The marketing department has been working hard to meet the deadline

B The marketing department have been working hard to meet the deadline

C The marketing department is working hardly to meet the deadline

D The marketing department has worked hardly to meeting the deadline

Correct Answer: A. The marketing department has been working hard to meet the deadline

EXPLANATION

'hard' is the adverb form, not 'hardly'. 'Hardly' means 'scarcely', while 'hard' means 'with effort'.

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Q.29 Easy Reading Comprehension

Identify the error in the sentence: 'The committee have decided to postpone the meeting until next week due to unforeseen circumstances.'

A No error

B 'have' should be 'has' (committee is singular)

C 'postpone' should be 'defer'

D 'unforeseen' is incorrectly used

Correct Answer: B. 'have' should be 'has' (committee is singular)

EXPLANATION

Committee is a collective noun that takes a singular verb in formal English. 'has' is correct, not 'have'.

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Q.30 Easy Reading Comprehension

Read the passage: 'The digital revolution has fundamentally transformed how businesses operate in 2024. Cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and blockchain technology have become indispensable tools. Companies that fail to adapt risk obsolescence.' What is the main idea of the passage?

A Technology is expensive for businesses

B Businesses must adopt digital technologies to remain competitive

C Cloud computing is the most important technology

D Digital transformation happened suddenly in 2024

Correct Answer: B. Businesses must adopt digital technologies to remain competitive

EXPLANATION

The passage emphasizes that businesses need to adopt these technologies or risk becoming obsolete, making option B the main idea.

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